British High Commissioner Commends Sri Lanka's Economic Progress

COLOMBO (News 1st) - British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Andrew Patrick has praised the government’s swift progress in achieving economic stabilization since assuming office. 

He noted that the country is heading in the right economic direction.

Speaking at a meeting with Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma at the Ministry of Finance, the High Commissioner discussed the current economic situation and future plans. 

Dr. Suriyapperuma provided detailed clarifications on Sri Lanka’s economic plans.

The High Commissioner expressed readiness to enhance exports of Sri Lankan goods, particularly organic agricultural produce, garments, and natural beauty products, to the UK market. 

He also announced that a delegation of British business leaders would visit Sri Lanka early next year to explore trade opportunities.

Furthermore, the High Commissioner commended Sri Lanka’s efforts in restructuring international sovereign bonds and its effective implementation of the IMF program.